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Name Origin

Wilfredo is a masculine given name of Spanish origin. It is a variation of the Germanic name Wilfred, which means 'desiring peace' or 'peace-ruler'. The name combines the elements 'wil', meaning 'desire' or 'will', and 'frid', meaning 'peace'.

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Famous People

Wilfredo Gómez (1956-)

Professional Boxer

  • Three-division world champion
  • Considered one of the greatest Puerto Rican boxers of all time
  • Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1995

Wilfredo Leon (1993-)

Professional Volleyball Player

  • Considered one of the best outside hitters in volleyball history
  • World Champion with Poland (2018)
  • Multiple league titles and MVP awards

Wilfredo Sánchez (1964-)

Professional Baseball Player

  • Played Major League Baseball for the Cleveland Indians and Montreal Expos
  • Known for his speed and defense